Worried your baby has a tongue tie? It can cause many issues for both mama and baby, often leading to early breastfeeding troubles.
Here's what to look out for!
If your baby is tongue tied, your baby may:
Have trouble lifting their tongue or moving it side to side
Have a tongue that looks heart-shaped or notched in the middle
Be excessively fussy or colicky
Pull off the breast or bottle, crying, hitting, or tugging while nursing
Make clicking or noisy sucking sounds
As a breastfeeding mom, you may:
Have sore, cracked, or bleeding nipples
Notice your nipples look squashed, lipstick-shaped, or white
Experience pain while breastfeeding
Face milk supply issues due to ineffective removal
Pediatricians might miss tongue ties, so consult an IBCLC or a Holistic Dentist for a thorough evaluation and treatment options if you notice any of these signs.
